Author Archives: Richard

Gordon Giltrap

By Richard |

Over five decades, Gordon Giltrap has graced the music business with his dedication to his craft and his affection for his audience. As one of the UK’s most respected guitarists, he has consistently proved the adage that respect cannot be bought. It must be earned. This innovative guitarist is back out on the road performing many of […]

Calan

By Richard |

A Mythical Musical Odyssey with CALAN  Immerse yourself in an enchanting world as the mesmerising quartet CALAN  grace our stage with their unique brand of power-folk. This musical odyssey combines original tunes and songs with ancient melodies unearthed from the National Library of Wales. Join us for an extraordinary evening featuring tracks from their highly anticipated […]

Granny’s Attic

By Richard |

We are pleased to be welcoming Granny’s Attic to The Ropewalk as part of their 15th anniversary tour. With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are going from strength to strength. Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne (melodeon, anglo concertina, vocals), George Sansome (guitar, vocals) and Lewis Wood (violin, vocals) have honed their skills touring the UK and Europe […]

Cara Dillon

By Richard |

Cara Dillon, an extraordinary, multiple award-winning Irish folk singer, and acclaimed musician and producer Sam Lakeman, will captivate listeners once again with their exquisite and enthralling live performance. Every note and word sung with a passion and confidence earned through a life of experience singing traditional songs. Throughout an enviable career which has seen them […]

Ian Smith

By Richard |

Ian Smith (as heard on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz. The Now Show. Just a Minute and co-hosting the Northern News podcast) presents a show about stress, love and driving a tank with your hairdresser. Three classic and timeless themes. After a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Ian Smith brings his critically acclaimed […]

Kathleen Ferrier: Whattalife

By Richard |

A new one-woman play with music performed by Lucy Stevens with musical accompaniment, Whattalife!, tells the story of one of Britain’s phenomenal women of the 20th Century, Kathleen Ferrier from her debut as a singer in 1940, her meteoric rise and her tragic death in 1953. Professional actress and contralto, Lucy Stevens has researched and […]

Stevens & Pound

By Richard |

BBC Radio 3’s award-winning Delia Stevens and three time BBC Radio 2 Folk Musician of the Year nominee, Will Pound, deliver an unprecedented collaboration, following the creative evolution of the classical composers inspired by folk. Driven by a maverick curiosity, having stumbled upon a completely new world of sound, they combine the traditional instruments of […]

David Eagle: Flying Solo

By Richard |

David Eagle is a comedian and musician and member of three-time BBC Radio 2 folk award-winning band The Young ‘Uns. In 2018 David branched out into stand-up comedy and was crowned New Comedian Of The Year at Nottingham Comedy Festival, Bath Comedy Festival and Leicester Square Theatre. Come and enjoy his first full length touring […]

Harriet

By Richard |

Live, for one night only! Harriet performs intimate interpretations of her favourite sounds of the 70s, including hits by The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Carole King and The Carpenters, interlaced with her nostalgic original material. This is a unique opportunity to hear Harriet perform songs from the era that inspires her most and share the stories […]

Mad Dog Mcrea

By Richard |

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand […]

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